- 1979 GIBSON THUNDERBIRD BASS GUITAR PRO
- 1979 GIBSON THUNDERBIRD BASS GUITAR FREE
- 1979 GIBSON THUNDERBIRD BASS GUITAR CRACK
In 1976 Gibson reissued the Thunderbird, in its original early 60s body shape, and seeing as 1976 was the 200th anniversary of American independence, it is known as the bi-centennial model, or Gibson Thunderbird ’76. Laminated pickguard with red, white and blue Thunderbird logoNumber shipped in1976, Tobacco sunburst finish = 228 units.Chrome plated pickup covers, bridge cover and finger rest.34 1/2 inch scale (actually three eighths of an inch).Sunburst, Natural, Ebony and White finishes.
1979 GIBSON THUNDERBIRD BASS GUITAR FREE
If you would like to know more, you can email either via the contact page or directly at free to also phone on +61 412 438 478 or 0412 438 478Ĭheck out our range of used Vintage Guitars here. Please feel free to contact with your inquiries. PMC leaflet pictured showing details and specs of their product.So, very much a playable collectable vintage instrument with room for anyone giving consideration to restoring originality.Read more description further down this page. The originals had issues with string response affecting balanced volume levels. The pickups are faith custom hand made replicas of the originals by the Performance Misic Company. Sourcing this bridge would be achievable without the need for relying on re-issue parts.Īlso the owner had fitted a master volume control and an on and off toggle switch. The original bridge you can see was the Gibson 3 post mounted type that was also seen on various bass models of the period. Only the rear mounting screws have been used.
This provides precision radius, intonation and sustain. Included are the original chrome covers and mounting screws.Īt present the bass is fitted with a pro-level engineered BABICZ bridge. These modifications are mostly reversible should a future owner choose to as this is now a valuable collectable vintage instrument.First, the positives are a great condition original body, neck, tuners headstock, neck and frets.
1979 GIBSON THUNDERBIRD BASS GUITAR PRO
This has been a pro playing gigging instrument and some custom modification had been professionally done over the years. The neck and headstock in terrific shape, and considering the size of these basses, not very much to see of edge chipping at all. Overall, cosmetically it really is in excellent well cared for condition, the finish is still rich and very good colour and lustre. The iconic Gibson Thunderbird ( this being original from 1976 ) is seldom seen or available for sale.This particular bass guitar is a One Owner who initially purchased the bass from a Brisbane store back in 1976 soon after becoming available.VGC……….Please inspect the photos and please email with any questions. Vintage Gibson 1976 Thunderbird Bass guitar (Original ’70’s not Re-Issue)Ĭlick on the little magnifying glass on the main image and slide left and right to view all items easily. Eg: Australia shipping £200.Priced in Australian dollars. Please do not buy anything from us withoutĬonsulting us first. Will also incur PayPals fees (Approx 4%).Ĭustomers outside the EU please note that guitars containing RosewoodĪre now subject to strict CITES import laws in your country now requiringĬertification and therefore incurring extra charges and (with the pickup cover) Comes with the original black Tolex hard case.Ĭustomers please note that returns purchased through PayPal All the electrics are factory and the pots date to the 24th week of 1979 which perfectly match the June stamp in the control cavity. There has been a strap button on the top edge of the body so there is small hole that can easily be sorted. Structurally it is sound and there is no problem as it has been this way for many years now.
1979 GIBSON THUNDERBIRD BASS GUITAR CRACK
There is a small hairline crack on the surface at the back of the headstock and a tiny line coming off the Low E tuner.(please see photos). The bridge cover is still present, but the pick up one has been misplaced at some stage and it is no longer with it. There were less than a dozen made in Natural finish that year.
For sale this rare 1979 Gibson Thunderbird Bass in Natural finish.
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